Maintenance Technician

Title: Maintenance Technician

State Role Title: Trades Technician III

Hiring Range: $40,000-$50,000

Pay Band:

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: J&C VCC

Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the safety, functionality, and overall upkeep of the facility. This role performs routine maintenance, repairs, and preventive tasks on building systems, equipment, and grounds to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents and staff. Duties include troubleshooting and repairing HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, conducting regular inspections, and responding promptly to maintenance requests. The technician also ensures compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. On call weekends.

Why Join Us?
•Competitive pay and benefits.
•Supportive team environment.
•Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring smooth staffing operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

•Perform routine maintenance and repairs on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
•Conduct preventive maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operation of facility systems.
•Respond promptly to maintenance requests from staff to minimize disruptions to resident care.
•Inspect and maintain resident safety equipment, such as lifts, alarms, and emergency systems.
•Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including proper storage of hazardous materials.
•Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
•Monitor and maintain facility grounds, including landscaping, snow removal, and exterior up keep.
•Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs or installations.
•Assist with emergency preparedness by ensuring systems are operational and accessible.
•Support a safe and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors

Additional Considerations

What We’re Looking For

•Knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical operations.
•Skill in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing facility equipment and systems.
•Ability to perform preventive maintenance and respond to emergency repairs promptly.
•Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, safety guidelines, and work orders.
•Effective communication skills for interacting with staff, vendors, and residents.
•Basic computer skills for logging work orders and maintenance record
•Experience in healthcare or Long-term care environments is a plus.
•Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.
Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate MUST pass a criminal background check.
For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at www.jobs.virginia.gov. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.

If you need to obtain a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Contact Information

Name: Latarsha Jordan

Phone: 757-263-3100

Email: HRJCVCC@dvs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.